DMV PRACTICE TEST NEW YORK

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To apply for a learner permit or driver license in New York State, you must complete an Application for Driver License (MV-44). You must pass a vision and written test and pay the application and license fees. The written test covers the contents of the NY DMV Driver’s Manual, including road rules, road signs, driving under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, as well as other driving and safety rules.
The New York State knowledge test consists of 20 multiple choice questions. To pass, you must correctly answer at least 14 questions, and at least 2 of the 4 questions about road signs.

1. One broken line indicates:

You can pass other vehicles and change lanes, if it is safe.

You can not pass other vehicles or go across the line.

You can change lanes, but only when traffic conditions or obstructions in the road make it necessary.

None of the above.

2. In which of the following situations may drivers need more space in front of their vehicle?

When it is hard to see ahead.

When carrying a heavy load or pulling a trailer.

When following motorcycles.

All of the above.

3. If your car goes into water, you should:

wait for water to rush in and let it out in small breaths through your nose.

remove yourself before it starts to sink.

call the fire department immediately.

None of the above.

4. The NYS law requires drivers to use their headlights:

from one-half hour after the sun sets to one-half hour before the sun rises.

when visibility is less than 1,000 feet.

when they use their windshield wipers to clear rain, fog or snow.

All of the above.

5. When drivers come to this sign, they must:

be ready to stop at the stop sign.

stop doing what they are doing.

warn other drivers that a stop sign is ahead.

brake sharply and come to a complete stop.

6. This is:

a reduction of lanes sign.

a right curve sign.

a merging traffic sign.

a side road sign.

7. What does this ‘Soft Shoulder’ sign indicate?

Drivers should leave the pavement immediately.

Drive on the shoulder if you have soft tyres.

The dirt on the side of the road is soft.

None of the above.

8. What does a NO STANDING sign mean?

Drivers can not stand in front of parked vehicles.

Vehicles can stop only to obey a traffic sign, signal or officer.

Drivers must discharge passengers before leaving.

Drivers can only make a temporary stop to load or drop off passengers.